1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 833 kg more than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Blazer | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3302 mm |
